1/2 c. sugar
1 c. light molasses
1/2 c. butter, melted
2 1/2 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
2 tsp. baking soda in 1 c. boiling water
2 eggs, well beaten

Add ingredients in order given and bake at 350 degrees for 40-50 minutes. Serve warm with whipped cream.